University of North Carolina at Asheville
http://www.unca.eduOne University Hts, Asheville, North Carolina 28804-8510
(828) 251-6600
UNC Asheville is distinctive in the UNC system as its designated liberal arts university. Our practice of the liberal arts emphasizes the centrality of learning and discovery through exemplary teaching, innovative scholarship, creative expression, co-curricular activities, undergraduate research, engaged service, and practical experience. Primarily undergraduate, UNC Asheville offers a liberal arts education characterized by high quality faculty-student interaction. We offer this challenging educational experience to all promising students who are committed to liberal learning and personal growth. Our liberal arts educational approach emphasizes life skills including critical thinking, clear and thoughtful expression, and honest open inquiry. Students undertake concentrated study ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Public |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Bachelor's degree Master's degree |
| Campus Setting | City: Small |
| Disability Services Student | 4% |
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At University of North Carolina at Asheville, 66.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 45.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $5,292), and 38% receive loans ($5,424 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,890. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending University of North Carolina at Asheville is $8,209 per year. |
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| Yearly Tuition | |
| Tuition Undergrad in State | $4,330 |
| Tuition Undergrad Out of State | $16,047 |
| Tuition Graduate in State | $2,831 |
| Tuition Graduate Out of State | $14,395 |
| Living Costs | |
| Total Expense in State on Campus | $14,970 |
| Total Expense Out of State On Campus | $26,687 |
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In Fall 2009, 2,446 people applied to University of North Carolina at Asheville. Of the applicants, 73.0% were admitted (65.0% male & 79.0% female ) and 33.0% accepted (34.0% male and 32.0% female) Of the 3,845 undergraduate students at University of North Carolina at Asheville, 19.0% are part-time. A majority (76.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 94.0% of the 52 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 85.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 82.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 33.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 54.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 59.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Admissions Office Phone | 828.251.6481 |
| Admissions Office Email | admissions@unca.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | 215 University Hall, CPO 1320, One University Heights, Asheville, NC 28804-8502 |
| Admissions Website | http://www.unca.edu/admissions (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://www.ncmentor.org/applications/University_of_North_Carolina/apply.html?application_id=1545 |
| Application Fee | $50 |
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In order to be accepted to University of North Carolina at Asheville, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 530 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 640 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 520 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 630 |
| SAT Writing (25th Percentile) | 510 |
| SAT Writing (75th Percentile) | 620 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 21 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 27 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 21 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 29 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 21 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 27 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies | 3 | ||||
| Women's Studies | 3 | ||||
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 29 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 29 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 43 | ||||
| Accounting | 12 | ||||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 29 | ||||
| Operations Management and Supervision | 2 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 34 | ||||
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 34 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 31 | ||||
| Computer Science | 8 | ||||
| Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design | 23 | ||||
| Engineering | 3 | ||||
| Engineering, General | 3 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 39 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 39 | ||||
| Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics | 29 | ||||
| Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General | 6 | ||||
| French Language and Literature | 4 | ||||
| German Language and Literature | 2 | ||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 17 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 36 | ||||
| Public Health Education and Promotion | 36 | ||||
| History | 31 | ||||
| History, General | 31 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 9 | 6 | |||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 9 | 6 | |||
| Mathematics and statistics | 20 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 20 | ||||
| Natural resources and conservation | 41 | ||||
| Environmental Studies | 41 | ||||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 5 | ||||
| Philosophy | 5 | ||||
| Religion/Religious Studies | 0 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 24 | ||||
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General | 14 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 5 | ||||
| Physics, General | 5 | ||||
| Psychology | 81 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 81 | ||||
| Social sciences | 79 | ||||
| Economics, General | 15 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 23 | ||||
| Sociology | 41 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 67 | ||||
| Art/Art Studies, General | 26 | ||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 16 | ||||
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | 8 | ||||
| Music, General | 7 | ||||
| Music, Other | 10 | ||||
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